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People waking up to smell of smoke in Bolton – here’s why
It’s due to a major moor fire near Woodhead Pass that continued burning for a third day.
The A628, Woodhead Road, remains closed in both directions after firefighters from Derbyshire and Greater Manchester spent Thursday tackling the wildfire at Tintwistle Moor.
One resident from Bolton said: “I honestly thought my house was on fire or something in the street.
“It’s so strong.”
Fire crews remain at the scene after the fire, which started late on Wednesday night, spread across hundreds of square metres of moorland and woodland.
Residents near the blaze have been advised to keep doors and windows closed, while motorists are being urged to avoid the area and use alternative routes, such as the M62.
As of Friday morning, 26 June, the Woodhead Pass remained closed, with firefighters expected to continue tackling the blaze throughout the day.
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